There are different types of home care service providers. Each provider offers a different level and/or kinds of care, may vary in price, and may require more or less of your caregiving time.

Getting a "care assessment" is the best way to determine when an elder needs home care services. Caregivers can do it by themselves or get help with the process by calling their Area Agency on Aging ...

Most long-term care expenses are not covered by Medicare or other health care insurance plans, and the costs can be staggering when elders require round-the-clock care. Long-term care insurance, ...

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